Breathing clean air is essential for living and maintaining a healthy life. Indoor air quality is easy to forget about, although many of us spend the majority of our time inside. Whether it’s an office building or a healthcare facility, air quality is important. The conversation around indoor air purification has intensified in recent years due to COVID-19. Two effective ways of cleaning indoor air are bipolar ionization and ultraviolet irradiation in your HVAC systems.
Bipolar Ionization
Bipolar Ionization, or BPI, converts oxygen molecules to charged ions using electric voltage. These charged ions are effective against viruses, bacteria, and mold. The ions attach to contaminants and make them large enough for HVAC system filters to capture them. Some contaminants become heavy enough to fall onto surfaces that are easier to clean.
BPI also removes organic compounds, odors, and allergy-causing dangers. Bipolar Ionization doesn’t replace MERV air filtration but helps boost the filtration system.
Ultraviolet Irradiation
Ultraviolet light is one of several types of light that exist within the entire light spectrum. UV lamps have long been used to control infectious microorganisms in medical facilities. A UV-C fluorescent lamp generates light that can inactivate mold, bacteria, and viruses.
Ultraviolet HVAC systems come in two main categories: air sterilization and coil sterilization. Air Sterilization is an in-duct system. It disinfects the air as it moves through the ducts of an HVAC system. Coil Sterilization is a more targeted approach to zapping air pollutants. UV HVAC devices are placed near high-risk components such as condensation pans to keep them clean.
Clean Indoor Air Using HVAC Systems
Both bipolar ionization and ultraviolet irradiation are effective ways to ensure the air you’re breathing is clean and healthy. Keeping indoor air free of contaminants starts with your HVAC system. If you’re considering one of these options for an upcoming project or can’t decide between the two, contact the experts at ColonialWebb. The trusted experts at ColonialWebb will advise you on the best system for your big project!
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